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AWU 424K

1999 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

39,427 mi
Last recorded39,427 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Beetle78,784 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAWU 424K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 39,427 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 39,200 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 May 2015 39,120 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 38,917 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering damper bush has slight play

Pass 13 May 2013 38,295 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

steering damper bush has slight play

Pass 10 May 2012 37,044 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 36,264 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2011 36,262 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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AWU 424K is a 1999 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1999 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 78,784 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beetle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AWU 424K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 27 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AWU 424K?

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What year was AWU 424K registered?

AWU 424K is a 1999 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 May 1999.

Is AWU 424K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AWU 424K shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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